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Wildflowers - Verbena Seeds

Verbena is commonly seen at greenhouses, but they are a different type of plant. These Verbenas do not trail, and Moss Verbena is the only one that would be good for growing in containers. These Verbenas are relatively tall, and the pollinators really like them because they are up off the ground. We have had a variety of butterflies that really go for these plants. They are perennials for the most part, so do take a little while to get established and bloom. These are great native wildflowers to add to any prairie restoration project.

This stunning, drought loving groundcover originally comes from South America. Butterfly enthusiasts appreciate this plant for its nearly magnetic attraction to butterflies, while gardeners in arid regions find it a valuable survivor of heat and drought. The species name "tenuisecta" means "thinly cut," referring to the delicate foliage.

The plants in this genus have been valued for generations as hardy, ornamental butterfly attractions. They have a long history of use as a medicinal remedy, as well as being dried for herbal tea. Ancient legends associate this plant with supernatural power, even telling the story that a plant of this genus was used to prepare the body of Jesus for burial. The species name "hastata" comes from the Latin words for "spear-shaped," referring to the shape of the leaves.

The plants in this genus have been valued for generations as hardy, ornamental butterfly attractions. They have a long history of use as a medicinal remedy, as well as being dried for herbal tea. Ancient legends associate this plant with supernatural power, even telling the story that a plant of this genus was used to prepare the body of Jesus for burial. The species name "hastata" comes from the Latin words for "spear-shaped," referring to the shape of the leaves.

Butterfly enthusiasts appreciate this plant for its nearly magnetic attraction to butterflies, even rivaling the famous "Butterfly Bush." The species name "bonariensis" refers to Buenos Aires, the location near where the plant was first discovered. This plant earned the Royal Horticultural Society's prestigious Award of Garden Merit. Its unique appearance of blossoms "floating" on the delicate stems make it a popular choice for wildflower borders.

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Verbena is commonly seen at greenhouses, but they are a different type of plant. These Verbenas do not trail, and Moss Verbena is the only one that would be good for growing in containers. These Verbenas are relatively tall, and the pollinators really like them because they are up off the ground. We have had a variety of butterflies that really go for these plants. They are perennials for the most part, so do take a little while to get established and bloom. These are great native wildflowers to add to any prairie restoration project.